PARLIAMENTARY WRITTEN QUESTION
Energy Supply: Refineries (4 October 2024)

To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, what assessment his Department has made of the potential impact of the proposed ban on petrol and diesel cars on the (a) economic viability of the UK's refining sector and (b) UK's energy security in the context of the closure of Grangemouth refinery.

Asked by:
Nick Timothy (Conservative)

As set out in our manifesto, we are committed to phasing out new cars that rely solely on internal combustion engines by 2030. We want to provide certainty and ensure consumers can benefit from more efficient vehicles. We will set out more details on specific 2025-30 requirements for both cars and vans shortly.

Refineries will continue to play a significant role in the UK’s economy and energy security, and the government will support the sector to adapt to achieve our net zero ambitions. Together we will harness the skills and expertise of our refinery workforce to make Britain a clean energy superpower.

Answered by:
Michael Shanks (Labour)
14 October 2024